14 Young Adults On What Makes Them Immensely Proud Of Their Parents

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Parents are known for being neutering and giving, they always complimenting us when we do something that makes them proud. They love us despite our hiccups along the way and through the heartaches we cause them. But as children, our parents also do things that make us extremely proud and have touched our hearts in a special way. Our parents are the role models we will continue to look up to when we are raising our own children and for that we will forever be thankful for the lasting memories of their strength and dedication.

1. “My mom raised my brother and I as a single mother; I admire her so much for that.” – Nicole, 22

2. “Both of my parents lost almost 40lbs and did a 5k together, which is insanely rigorous.” – Rob, 24

3. “My parents both quit smoking six years ago. My mom used to smoke every day and my dad smoked cigars occasionally. He decided he would quit all together with her. My mom quit because she knew we didn’t like it, and she did it cold turkey. I’m incredibly proud of them.” – Steph, 20

4. “My dad actually went to New York on September 11, 2001. He got there as quickly as possible after the attack and stayed for 6 months trying to recover missing people, and help in any way possible with the fire departments.” – Mackenzie, 22

5. “I’m proud of my dad for fighting for our country and always risking his life at work for our freedom.” – Robin, 26

6. “The proudest moment I have had of my mom was how tough she was in her everyday life. She battled the worst of the worst and no matter how her day was or how bad she was hurting, she had nothing but a smile on her face. She makes me the proudest daughter in the world to know she fought so hard.” – Alexandria, 24

7. “I’m proud of my mom for leaving my drug abusing, abusive father. She found someone now who makes her happy and hopefully will forever.” – Katherine, 28

8. “I’m proud of my dad for seeing past the town he grew up and going to college. I’m proud that he followed his dreams and got his dream job. He did so well and moved away from the life he grew up in.” – Chris, 25

9. “My dad works overtime every time he’s presented with it to keep food on the table for my younger siblings who still live at home. I know he doesn’t love it, but he does it for us.” – Sally, 22

10. “My mom was the first one in her family of seven to get a college degree and I’m extremely proud of her for that.” – Greg, 27

11. “I’m so proud of my dad. He was told he wasn’t ever going to walk again when he was younger and now he runs half marathons. He is one of the most inspirational people in my life.” – Cameron, 23

12. “Oddly enough I’m proud of my parents getting a divorce. It was really hard on me at the time, but I knew it was for the best because they are both happier now and they can stand each other again. It makes for a much better situation for all of us.” – Courtney, 26

13. “My dad was the primary caregiver to my papa, and he took on that responsibility when he already had so much else going on with my three siblings and me. But, somehow, he is still completely devoted to all of us.” – Kim, 21

14. “I will always be so proud of my mom for serving our country in the military. She’s my hero.” – Kara, 23